Baronick Funeral Home

07/30/2026

Rachel "Rebecca" Green, 82, passed away on July 30, 2026 at the Fountains in DuBois, PA.

Rebecca was born on February 21, 1944, in Hannibal, NY, the daughter of the late Edward and Mabel (Carr) Green.

She graduated from Hannibal High School in 1962 and went on to continue her education at Syracuse University and UCLA.

Though her given name was Rachel, she was known to everyone simply as Rebecca.
Over the course of her life, Rebecca called many places home, including Houston, TX, El Toro, CA, and Youngsville, NC, where she eventually retired from her career with the State of North Carolina. Earlier in her working life, she was also employed by the May Company, where she worked in the jewelry and perfume department.

Rebecca was a member of the YMCA and the Methodist Church in Wake Forest.

She was known and loved for her witty humor and her sociable, warm personality, and she made a habit of passing out cookies to the people she knew. A devoted animal advocate, Rebecca had a special soft spot for stray cats, regularly taking them in and caring for them as her own.

Rebecca is survived by her sister, Ella Mae (Green) Burkett of DuBois, PA ; her brother, Edward Green Jr of New York.; her niece Darlene Gildersleeve and her husband Matt of DuBois, PA; her nephew, Dale Burkett and his wife Penny of Julian, PA; and several great-nieces and nephews, Rachel, Ryan, Cale, and Asher.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her brother-in-law, Ned Burkett; and a niece, Marcia Burkett.

The family would like to extend their special thanks to the caregivers at the Fountains of DuBois in Pennsylvania, to 365 Hospice, and to the many guardian angels in the Youngsville, NC community who looked after and cared for Rebecca. She will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.

A funeral service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor David Ginn officiating.

Burial will follow in Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Sigel, PA
"In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Small Wonders Animal Society (https://givebutter.com/small-wonders-animal-society) in honor of Rebecca's lifelong love of animals."
Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

07/30/2026

Chester A. “Bummer” Garstka, age 75 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital.

Born on May 3, 1951 in Youngstown, OH, he was the son of the late Chester W. And Eleanor (Bobonick) Garstka.

Chet was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his service to our country.

On September 11, 1976 he married his wife of 49 years, Mary M. (Meeker) Garstka. She survives.

Chet retired from the Federal Aviation Administration as an electronics technician after over 30 years of service.

He was an avid woodworker and home improvement specialist. Many of his treasures and creations can be found throughout his home.

Along with his wife, Chet is survived by his children; Patricia Geddings and husband Billy of Lincolnton, NC, Mathew Garstka of Clearfield, PA, Tim Garstka and wife Melissa, and Kattie Garstka and wife Julie, both of DuBois, PA, nine grandchildren; Marnie, Noah, Zoe, Maddie, Emma, Mykah, Mikayla, Tyler, and Rowan, siblings; Colleen Bueno and husband Gary, Tom Garstka and wife Nora, and Eleanor Haluska and husband David.

Chet was preceded in death by one brother, William Garstka.

A private family service will be held from the chapel at Morningside Cemetery. Full military honors with be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warriors at https://supportwoundedwarriorproject.org/donate

The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences can be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

07/30/2026

Some memories never fade. They become part of who we are.

Today, we invite you to pause and remember someone who painted color into your life.

07/29/2026

07/28/2026

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07/27/2026

Thomas E. Roy, Age 77 of Rockton, PA died Saturday, July 25, 2026 at his home.
Born on January 5, 1949 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Anthony and Marian “Mert” (Lott) Roy.
On June 13, 1992 he married Philomena (Morelli) Roy. She survives.
He was a veteran of the United States Army having served two tours in Vietnam.
Tom had worked at Owens Brockway, and previous to that had worked in the construction for most of his life.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. In his younger years, he was a well-known softball player and also coached Little League. Tom had been a member of the James J. Patterson Post 813 VFW and the George D. Montgomery American Legion Post 17. Tom also belonged to the Olympic Athletic Club and the Sandy Hose Company # 1 Fireman’s Club.
He is survived by two children; Anthony Roy and his wife Beth Ann of DuBois, PA, and Kelly Lindermuth of Brookville, PA; three step children; Angie Wissinger and her husband Shane of Reynoldsville, PA, Joe Spellen, Jr. of Rockton, PA, and Dave Spellen and his wife Melissa of Brockway, PA, twelve grandchildren; Taylor, Emma, Rylee, Palynn, Walker, Austin, Alexis, Taylor, Gabby, Dakota, Alaina, and Abby, one great grandchild; Micah, and two brothers; William Roy and his wife Donna of Sykesville, PA and Michael Roy of DuBois, PA. He is also survived by numerous uncles and nephews, and an aunt.
He was preceded in death by two brothers; Robert and James Roy.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating.
Full military honors will be accorded at the funeral home by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard.
Memorials may be placed with the charity of the donor’s choice in the DuBois Area.
Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

07/24/2026

On July 24, 1967, Dame Cicely Saunders opened St. Christopher’s Hospice and helped launch the modern hospice movement.
Today, we offer a heartfelt thank-you to our local hospice professionals and volunteers who continue her legacy by bringing comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to individuals and families in our community.